New Double Vision exhibition
SALE couple Nadine Lineham and Frank Mesaric have each led long and prodigious careers as artists, in which their sharing of ideas and influences...
‘Becoming Australian’ book launched in Yarram
THERE was standing room only at the Yarram launch of author Kara McDonald Davis’ newly published book Becoming Australian.
Held at St Andrew’s Community Centre,...
How problem gambling almost destroyed a Gippsland woman’s life
"Poor lonely souls stare silently at machines in front of us. No interaction with real people, just machines.
"It’s the whirring of screens and tinny...
Local receives AO recognition
Tom Parry
LAST month, more than 900 Australians were awarded an Order of Australia as part of the King's Birthday honours; among those many recipients...
Never too old to enjoy the circus
You didn’t have to close your eyes and visualise being at a circus at Ashleigh House on Friday, June 30, as the residential aged...
Film Society recognises French celebration
THIS month marks Bastille Day, a national holiday in France, which occurs on July 14.
In recognition of this occasion, a French picture is being...
First all-Indigenous crew becomes an official CFA brigade
LAKE Tyers Aboriginal Trust (LTAT) station will officially become a CFA brigade in its own right following representation from the dedicated community who've protected...
Local LEGO masters’ imagination and creativity at Gippsland Centre
THESE kids are in the little leagues, but big on creativity.
The LEGO Building Competition Final took place on Saturday at the Gippsland Centre in...
Letters to the Editor July 7 2023
Inhumane treatment of wildlife
SO, Wellington Shire supports native bird shooting in the name of money.
They are not only endorsing the inhumane treatment of animals...
Screen composing mentorship applications now open
SCREENWORKS' Screen Composing Mentorship program provides the opportunity for two woman-identifying or non-binary regional composers to connect with an industry professional, who will support...
Letter to the Editor: Voice ‘myths’
Dear Editor 13/6/2023
We are very concerned that conservative politicians in this region are misrepresenting the purpose and scope of the Voice. For example, conservative...
Reader Gallery: June 16 2023
“It was taken at Callignee. Looking down to Loy Yang (smoke). The pastoral tranquillity struck me as I turned the corner. I had to...
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Paying tribute with Keegan O’Brien Millinery Award
It’s the same fashionable award with a new name to mark a legacy for much-loved Maffra local, the late Keegan O’Brien.
The millinery award for...
